each other at arm's length. Even when they cooperated, it was limited. The Seven Great Families also rarely went beyond their borders. Have you ever wondered why Because everyone was closed off, reapi...In the very center of the island, within a bamboo hut, an old man with white hair and dressed in a white training uniform sat by the lake. Beside him was a small table upon which lay a chess set and a lamp.

At this time, the silver-haired old man looked at the calm lake surface, as if thinking about something, his expression solemn.

"Lao Liu."

Mo Lao walked into the bamboo hut, but instead of sitting down, he stood very respectfully before the silver-haired old man, bowing and saying.

"Go ahead," Old Liu said, pointing to the seat beside him softly.

"Thank you, Old Liu," Mo Lao's face flashed with excitement, then he slowly sat down beside Old Liu.

"They're all gone" After a moment of silence, Old Liu slowly spoke.

"Yes, they're all gone." Mo Lao said respectfully.

Hearing Lao Mo's words, Lao Liu nodded slowly. He picked up his teacup, took a sip of tea, and then said softly, "Eight years." As he spoke, he let out a slight sigh.

Liu Lao sighed, Mo Lao immediately looked nervous.

"I heard that Old Chen's family has gotten involved too" Liu Lao gazed at the distant lake surface, saying softly.

"Well, the Chen family put pressure on Zhongzu and the Discipline Committee this time. Otherwise, the Yan family wouldn't have surrendered so easily, letting the Ye family have it so easy." Lao Mo said in a deep voice.

"The old Chen family..." Liu Lao muttered to himself, as if remembering something, then shook his head and said, "It seems that the descendants of those people back then are not willing to be idle."

“That’s right, originally there was only the Ye family, and we didn’t feel any pressure. But now that the Lao Chen family has joined in, it’s added a lot of difficulty for us.” Old Mo sighed.

“The Ye family could protect half of China for over half a century, so there must be some backup plans.” Lao Liu’s face showed a complicated expression. He turned his head to look at Lao Mo and then said, “Have you investigated the Lu family in Hangzhou, the Qing Gang, the Yuwen family, and the Yun family”

Upon hearing Liu Lao's words, Lao Mo nodded and said, "All the information has been investigated. The fall of the Yuwen family and the Yun family are directly related to Ye Fan. As for the people from the Lu family in Hangzhou, they were also imprisoned because of Ye Fan and haven't been released yet. As for the Qing Gang, they just wanted to build some connections."

"The Qing gang is a wolf in sheep's clothing. It's best to keep our distance from them in the future." Liu Lao took a sip of tea and continued, "After all, they're involved in too much shady business. Although we want revenge, we can't get too entangled with the black world. As for the Yuwen family and the Yun family, they used to have some connections. We should try to bring them into our fold."

"At this point, Liu Lao turned his head to look at Mo Lao, his expression gradually becoming a little reproachful. He said, “Mo Lao, sometimes it's not necessary to be too careful. When necessary, we still need to show our strength and make our partners feel our power. If you want the Lu family to truly integrate, then find a way to bring their people in."

"Yes, I understand." Hearing Old Liu's words, Old Mo immediately stood up from his seat, looking flustered and apprehensive.

"There's no need to be nervous. You've been through a lot these past years." Lao Li waved his hand, signaling Lao Mo to sit down, then continued, "Also, go investigate that spy case involving Si Cantao. What exactly happened"

"Elder Li, I've already sent people to investigate this matter." Elder Mo immediately took over the conversation.

"Oh, do tell." Old Liu looked approvingly at Old Mo.

"That Si Chantao was indeed suspected of leaking state secrets. The National Security Bureau was going to arrest him anyway, but they happened to catch him in the middle of that incident. So the National Security Bureau didn't alert him and took care of it all at once." Lao Mo pondered the information he had collected for a moment before continuing, "The strange thing is, since the National Security Bureau wanted to secretly arrest Si Chantao, why did they make such a big fuss about it I don't know what their purpose was."

Liu Lao narrowed his eyes and said in a low voice, "It's just to let the spies from the island nation know, as a warning."

Although Lao Liu made an explanation, Lao Mo still felt something fishy in his heart. He just didn't want to ask any more questions.

"I heard that Si Kong Yanran is having a birthday tomorrow and invited a lot of people" Liu Lao raised his teacup, used the lid to sweep over the tea leaves, and then looked at Mo Lao and asked.

"Basically, we've figured out who received the invitations." Lao Mo said slowly. "If the opportunity is right, we want to create some commotion."

Lao Liu gently tapped his fingers on the railing of the bamboo house. After a moment, he put down his teacup and said calmly, "Lao Mo, although we are going against the Ye family, this is a personal grudge. Our ancestors also made countless contributions to China. We don't want to bring China into ruin because of our private grievances. The term is about to change soon. If there is turmoil at this crucial time, it will definitely cause a stir. If we anger the Ye family and Lao Chen family, it won't be good for anyone."

Lao Mo's face changed expressions, but he finally sighed and said in a low voice, "Lao Liu, I know what to do."

Liu Lao took a deep look at Mo Lao and said, "Mo Lao, do you think I'm being soft-hearted"

"I wouldn't dare to think that way," Mo Lao shook his head.

Liu Lao gazed at the placid lake surface, falling silent. After a long while, he sighed and said, "In the end, we are the children of the Chinese nation."

“Mr. Liu, I was blinded by petty jealousy.” Hearing Mr. Liu’s words, Old Mo’s face changed even more complexly. He stood up from his seat and respectfully bowed to Mr. Liu. With a sincere expression, he said, “I was indeed blinded by hatred before. Thank you for your guidance, Mr. Liu.”

"The Ye family is ultimately blameless. They have made great contributions to guarding China, and none of us can deny that." Lao Liu stood up from his chair and walked slowly towards the back, saying as he went: "Therefore, when we fight, we are also standing on a fair ground, without involving any national interests. This is the bottom line."

Lao Mo also stood up and followed behind him, nodding and saying: “What Lao Liu said is right, I have taken it to heart.”

"You should go back. I need to rest for a while," Old Liu seemed a little unenthusiastic, waving his hand and saying softly.

"Well, then I'll get to work." Lao Mo bowed respectfully and then turned to leave the island.

"Hunter of Beauty, Conqueror": book

After Lao Mo left, Lao Liu pushed open another bamboo hut and walked in. That was his bedroom, quiet and elegant. In the bedroom, there sat a woman wearing a white dress, about twenty years old.

Upon seeing Old Liu walk in, the woman immediately stood up from her seat and respectfully said, "Grandpa Liu."

"Go ahead." Seeing the woman, Liu Lao waved his hand, motioning for her to sit down.

But the woman didn't do so, instead she went forward to help Old Liu sit on the sofa, and then helped him with a gentle massage.

"Ying'er, I know about your father." Liu Lao enjoyed the woman's massage, his eyes half-closed with pleasure.

Hearing Liu Lao's words, the woman named Ying'er's body trembled slightly, and her face changed complexionly...on, Shakira, and Tuto also joined the search party.If what Masamune Shiki said is true, Okamoto is the most powerful ninja in combat. Then, these mercenaries are no match for him at all. Especially no...